Confidence. That quiet inner knowledge that tells you: \u2018I’ve got this\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Gen Z’ers, it\u2019s the most important skill for success in the workplace. In fact, 1 in 2 say being able to handle challenging situations is the number #1 skill needed for professional success. In hindsight, they also told us that it\u2019s a skill they\u2019d have liked their school to have helped them develop more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For some, it\u2019s also about having the confidence to deal with the unknown too. With Gen Z stepping into careers and graduating in uncertain times, the value of confidence appears to be higher than ever. As one person put it, \u201cConfidence means I\u2019m more likely to take risks and seize new opportunities, or even create them for myself.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Through our approach to personalised learning at Nord Anglia, taught by our exceptional teachers, we create a learning experience for your child designed to help them achieve more than they ever thought possible. Developing and nurturing their confidence is at the heart of our approach, because we know that when children are happy and confident, it\u2019s when they learn best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cLife constantly throws curve balls at us. It\u2019s inevitable, but it\u2019s how we react to a situation that matters. Every action has a reaction and if we can control our reaction, we can control the outcome.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Curve balls. It\u2019s all part of life. And it\u2019s clear Gen Z sees a need to be able to adapt quickly to their fast-changing world. The importance of resilience was highlighted by 45% of Gen Z\u2019ers, who said the ability to deal with and bounce back from, challenging situations was vital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We believe the best schools should help students develop their resilience, so they have every opportunity for success wherever life takes them. Whether it\u2019s through leading presentations, artistic expression, expeditions, or being encouraged to join social outreach activities, at Nord Anglia we inspire and challenge our students to see the \u2018art of the possible\u2019 in whatever they do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Solutions not problems. Critical thinking and problem solving are two skills that Gen Z\u2019ers say are vital for success in their professional lives, and also ones they wish their education had helped them develop more. Creativity, of which problem solving is a large part, also ranks highly too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The need for these skills is reflective of our challenging times. As one Gen Z\u2019er told us: \u201cProblem solving is, arguably, one of the most important skills a professional can possess in the current climate. With all the economic uncertainty, workarounds and the ability to think on your feet could be the difference between the success and failure of a business.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 in 5 Gen Z’ers told us that understanding or being self-aware of ‘how I learn best and why’ is important for success in their professional lives too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n At a Nord Anglia school, our approach to teaching and learning means your child will develop these skills every day with lessons and learning activities that find solutions to problems. From little ones in Early Years through to Secondary School, we\u2019ll help your child develop these 21st<\/sup> century skills every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIn a new working world where you\u2019re expected to balance working from home with being in the office, it\u2019s important to achieve a healthy work-life balance, which I do by taking time in the evening to focus on my wellbeing.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The picture\u2019s clear. According to Gen Z \u2014 when it comes to their lives at work and at home \u2014 times are tough and looking after their wellbeing has never been more important. When it comes to a happy personal life, nearly half (47%) chose wellbeing as a top skill.![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/www.nordangliaeducation.com\/-\/media\/components-default-image\/news\/gen-z-website-assets-v03b_who-is\/gen-z-website-assets-v04_confidence.jpg?h=1250&iar=0&w=1250&rev=572c527fdc544ce6af0e3105ccf61f86&hash=779216CB49F44F9EB71CD3A6C3F43AD7\")
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Surprising? Not when you think about it. Gen Z\u2019s the generation whose higher education and the start of their working lives was spent in lockdown and on countless virtual calls. What\u2019s reassuring though, is just how dialled in Gen Z are to needing to look after their mental health and wellbeing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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